We’re all watching our pennies and pounds these days. But even if you’re on a tight budget, you can still pick up a great smartphone. Mobile technology moves fast, so the new features that big flagship phones brag about quickly ‘trickle down’ onto lower-priced phones. So, let’s check out the best budget smartphones available right now – and prepare to be impressed!
Moto G04
The Moto G04 is an amazing phone for the money. That’s a budget price, but this phone looks and feels way more expensive! It boasts a dazzling, notch-free 6.6″ HD+ display that makes for an amazing viewing experience. With its ultra-smooth 90Hz refresh rate, everything flows seamlessly - and it's clever enough to adjust for better battery efficiency.
Whether you're soaking up the sun or winding down at night, the High Brightness and Night Light modes gives you optimal viewing in all conditions. Plus, with Dolby Atmos® you’ll be immersed in stunning, enveloping sound whether you’re using speakers or headphones.
The Moto G04's 16MP AI camera isn't your ordinary lens – it elevates your snapshots to Instagram-ready status, while its lightning-fast focus lets you seize all those ‘blink-and-you’ll-miss-it’ moments with crystal-clear precision. And with the selfie cam's Face Retouch, your self-portraits will be completely flawless.
There’s a lot going on under the hood too. Thanks to its octa-core processor, the Moto G04 can handle everything from video calls to AI-powered pics without breaking a sweat.
Honor 90 Lite
The Honor 90 Lite is a budget-friendly phone with looks and specs that impress.
The 100 MP camera and macro lens are perfect for capturing big moments and tiny details, while the 16 MP front-facing camera is great for video chats and selfies.
Your photos will look amazing on the 6.7" display. It's full of colour, and there's barely any bezel around it, so it looks like you're holding the image in your hand. And whether you're scrolling, streaming or gaming, the 90 Hz refresh rate will make everything smooth.
Running the show, the Octa-core MediaTek processor has enough power for all your favourite apps and games. And thanks to the 4500 mAh battery, your Honor 90 Lite can keep going all day. Then you can top it up quickly with speedy 35W charging.
The Honor 90 Lite has serious security tech onboard too. You can unlock the phone in an instant with facial recognition, or use the fingerprint scanner in the power button.
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Samsung A05s
The stylish Galaxy A05s is a great looking phone packed full of quality Samsung tech.
The large 6.7-inch FHD+ display is perfect for watching movies or playing games, and features a 90Hz refresh rate for smoother scrolling.
The A05s has a triple lens camera system that includes a 50MP Wide, 2MP Depth, and 2MP Macro camera. The front facing 13MP camera takes great looking selfies, and records 1080p video at 30fps/60fps - so you can capture details in your pictures that really make them pop on Instagram!
Everything’s powered by a Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G chipset, so you can easily manage multiple apps at the same time without any loss of speed or performance. And with a huge 5,000mAh capacity battery, you can get through a busy day on a single charge. The Galaxy A05s also supports fast charging of up to 25W, so you can power up to 50% in just 30 minutes.
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Nothing Phone 2
The 6.7-inch display on the Nothing Phone 2 comes with an impressive 120Hz refresh rate. Everything you see and do on it will be super smooth, and gaming will be incredibly responsive. Get ready to hit those high scores and shave seconds off lap times!
The Nothing 2 also makes light work of multitasking, thanks to its extra CPU cores. You can zip back and forth between even the chunkiest, power-hungry apps – all without lag. Leave your Spotify playlist to book a holiday flight, then check the weather before you head back to play more tunes. All without a hint of slowdown in sight.
45W charging will quickly get you back up to speed if you’re running low on power. So, you won’t have to wait around for ages while your phone’s charging. Nice.
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Fancy getting one of these budget friendly phones? You’re in the right place. All iD Mobile plans give you all the flexibility and control you need. You can enjoy ultra-fast 5G coverage, roll over unused data, cap your out-of-plan charges, and stay right on top of your expenses with the handy iD Mobile app.
Are you rocking a budget phone you’re happy with? Why not comment below and let the rest of the community know? We’d love to hear your thoughts!